Ref. #52A84C · RH100
Vivid Lime
30%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Vivid Lime Technical Profile
What color is Vivid Lime? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #52A84C. Colors similar to Vivid Lime include Valspar Polly Green, Benjamin Moore Sullivan Green, PPG Leap Frog. Vivid Lime has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 30 gives Vivid Lime depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Vivid Lime
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vivid Lime
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vivid Lime
#52A84C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7BAC90
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vivid Lime
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vivid Lime Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Vivid Lime — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vivid Lime have?
Vivid Lime by Kilz has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Vivid Lime from other brands?
The closest matches are Polly Green by Valspar (#54A84F), Sullivan Green by Benjamin Moore (#52A549), Leap Frog by PPG (#41A94F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Vivid Lime?
Vivid Lime has an LRV of 30.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Vivid Lime's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.